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Breckwell P23FSA, P23I, P23FSL owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, Smoke Smell Or Soot Build-Up

Models: P23FSL P23FSA P23I

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SMOKE SMELL OR SOOT BUILD-UP

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

HIGH LIMIT SWITCH KEEPS TRIPPING

Possible Causes:

Possible Remedies:

 

 

 

1.

The convection blower is overheating and tripping the internal

 

 

temperature shutoff.

Clean any dust off of the windings and fan blades. If cleaning the

 

 

 

 

blower does not help, the blower may be bad.

 

 

 

2.

The stove is being left on the highest setting for extended

The highest heat level setting is designed for use over short periods

 

periods of time.

of time. Burning the stove on the highest setting for longer than 1 –

 

 

2 hours could lead to potential overheating situations.

 

 

 

3.

Fuel other than wood pellets is being burned in the stove.

Breckwell pellet stoves are designed and tested to use wood pellets.

 

 

While it is possible to burn a corn mixture (corn mixed in with wood

 

 

pellets) in the stove, it is not recommended to burn above the

 

 

number 3 heat level. Check for signs of fuel other than wood

 

 

pellets. If there are signs of corn being used, find out what mixed

 

 

was being used and what setting. No other types of fuel have been

 

 

approved for Breckwell pellet stoves. If there are signs of other

 

 

types of fuel being used, advise the consumer to stop using them

 

 

immediately.

 

 

 

4.

High limit switch is malfunctioning.

If the other items check out ok, replace the high limit switch.

 

 

 

DIGITAL CIRCUIT BOARD TIMING RATES

Heat Level Setting

P23

 

 

1 & 3

1.4 seconds

 

 

1

2 seconds

 

 

1 & 4

2.5 seconds

 

 

2

4 seconds

 

 

3

7 seconds

 

 

4

9 seconds

 

 

5

12 seconds

 

 

Total Cycle Time

14.5 seconds

 

 

SMOKE SMELL OR SOOT BUILD-UP

Because it is a wood-burning device, your Breckwell may emit a faint wood-burning odor. If this increases beyond normal, or if you notice any soot build-up on walls or furniture, check your exhaust system carefully for leaks. All joints should be properly sealed. Also clean your stove, following instructions in “MAINTENANCE”. If problem persists, contact your dealer.

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FAQ

Why does the high limit switch keep tripping?

Possible causes include overheating of the convection blower, leaving the stove on the highest setting for extended periods, burning fuel other than wood pellets, or a malfunctioning high limit switch.

What are the timing rates for different heat level settings?

For P23 models, the timing rates vary from 1.4 seconds to 12 seconds, with a total cycle time of 14.5 seconds.

How can I address smoke smell or soot build-up in my Breckwell fireplace?

Check the exhaust system for leaks, ensure proper sealing of joints, and clean the stove following maintenance instructions. If the problem persists, contact your dealer.